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The field of physical therapy is an increasingly important part of America’s health care sector. Especially with the growing number of elderly individuals requiring physical therapy, in addition to the increased importance of sports medicine, this field is providing robust and growing employment opportunities for physical therapist assistants. However, there are a wide variety of […]

The field of physical therapy and massage therapy are closely related in a number of ways, but equally, have different purposes and in many states, distinct licensure requirements. Because of this, individuals interested in these fields should consider the similarities and differences of PTAs and massage therapy providers. What PTAs and Massage Therapists Do PTAs […]

In today’s healthcare sector the demand for qualified physical therapy assistants (PTAs) is higher than ever before. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) there were over 71,000 licensed PTAs and that number is expected to increase to at least 100,000 by 2022. In addition, PTAs enjoy very competitive salary and benefits […]

Working under the supervision of a physical therapist, most physical therapist assistants (PTAs) can find employment opportunities in nursing homes, hospitals, fitness centers, and clinics. Physical therapist assistants work directly with patients to help improve movement and heal injuries that can potentially result in a lack of mobility. With many career opportunities opening up in […]

PTAs and the Benefits of Obtaining a Speciality In the current healthcare sector, the provision of effective physical therapy is a vital part of any full-spectrum treatment, whether it is to assist the patient in recovering from a traumatic injury or for more general wellness purposes. Because of this, physical therapy assistants (PTAs) have become a […]

Physical therapist assistants help patients rehabilitate from a physical disability or an injury. The work environments that a physical therapist assistant works in, such as a hospital, nursing home, or physical therapy office, are almost as diverse as the patients they work with every day. Although many find a career as a physical therapist assistant […]

A major development in the modern American healthcare sector has been a growing emphasis on the effective rehabilitation of patients, both during and after a period of hospitalization. A component of this process is the effective use of physical therapy to both recover from the medical condition and ensure the improvement in the overall health […]

In today’s healthcare sector, physical therapy has become a central part of many recovery plans. Whether helping the elderly remain mobile and independent or assisting individuals to recover from traumatic injuries, physical therapists, assistants and aides are a vital part of any healthcare team. What is Physical Therapy Physical therapy is the practice of assisting […]

How to Pass the NPTE Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) are licensed health care professionals in the United States and thus must complete a number of steps before they are allowed to provide services to their patients as licensed PTAs. One of the most important steps is to successfully take the national physical therapy exam (NPTE), […]

Physical therapy has become a growing part of America’s healthcare sector. The importance of physical therapy, not simply in helping individuals to recover from specific accidents or illnesses, but to ensure their overall wellness, has resulted in a vast expansion in the job market for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants (PTAs). Because of this, […]

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